Amazonas Explorer
"This "absolute best" adventure outfitter offers an "amazing experience" with "fantastic" guides and ..."
About Amazonas Explorer
This "absolute best" adventure outfitter offers an "amazing experience" with "fantastic" guides and a "very safe" journey; "highly recommend."
Traveler Reviews
jorge botero
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"Totally recommend this company... very profesional and always enjoying the ride down the river. very safe, i will hire them again."
Maverick Klazura
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"Great experience. Thanks for the tour."
Leslie H.
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"Amazonas Explorer is the absolute best agency to deal with. We began our planning in March 2025 for our October 2025 trip to Cusco, Machu Picchu, the Amazon rainforest, etc., and Amazonas Explorer was incredibly responsive and helpful. They answered all our questions with quick turnaround. The itinerary they planned was perfect, the hotels were top notch (including the Tambopata Research Center in the rainforest), and our guides, Ruben (MP) and Erick (TRC), were beyond-words fantastic and knowledgeable. Maria, Lourdes, Paul, and the rest of the team at A-E were superb, and we highly recommend this agency. Simply can't say enough good things about them."
Stacy Leighton
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"Ruben, our guide, was amazing. He left a lasting impression on both of us and I would recommend him as well as your company to anyone interested in visiting this area. Ruben’s historical knowledge was second to none. He shared details with us regarding the culture, traditions and lifestyles of Cusco and the surrounding areas. He was friendly, personable and always made us feel welcome and valued. He also considered us in the activities that were planned, and made adjustments to suit our preferences. The hotels were lovely, I would rate the all as ‘very good’ with the exception of the Hotel El Mapi by Inkaterra. That room felt extremely small for a deluxe, and it was not as quiet as the others. The restaurants and variety of food options with each restaurant was excellent. When driving through the towns, Paul was our driver. He did an excellent job and we always felt safe within the van. The train ride and bus ride went smoothly thanks to Ruben guiding us. Thank you all for the care that you put into planning the itinerary, it made for a very smooth and memorable trip."
Sara Cross
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"Amazonas Explorers was fabulous and they gave our family an amazing experience! We do travel quite a bit, and this experience may have been my favorite! They were fantastic in every way! We especially loved our guide! He was very knowledgeable, positive, a great coach, had a great sense of humor and was such a joy to be around! He poured out so much goodness and happiness in to us that we hope we’ll be able to pass it on to others! We also loved all of the porters, our chef, waiter and EVERYONE who came on the trail with us! Everyone was so eager, happy, hardworking, diligent, kind, helpful, friendly-I could go on and on! We loved the food and being alone on the trail, immersed in the Peruvian culture. I was also surprised how clean and nice everything was kept! Everyone went above and beyond for us at Amazonas Explorers! We felt we had the BEST of the BEST!"
Russ Burn
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"Hi Paul, finished the day cold and wet but super happy. Just wanted to compliment you on your team. I definitely did not expect a chef and food of that nature and caliber. Amazing!! Davide and the driving on these less than ideal roads, well done. And a special thanks to Carlos!! What a brilliant guide. His knowledge of Peru and the surroundings is amazing. His ability to adjust his pace to never make you feel uncomfortable is a great asset to your business. Absolutely brilliant. I must confess I was concerned after the Friday that the 3 days were not going to meet my expectations, yesterday I was blown away, and today, despite the really freezing shit weather, I was left feeling amazed at all we had accomplished. The rising challenged and tested me, but I am a better rider today as a result of Carlos. Thank you."
Timothy Healey
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"We recently returned from a two-week adventure in Peru organized by Amazonas Explorer, and it was nothing short of extraordinary. From start to finish, the trip was flawlessly executed and thoughtfully tailored to meet our specific needs and pace. Whether it was the gentle start to the Inca Trail to help with altitude, the high-quality accommodations, or the balance of activity and rest, every detail showed how much care went into planning our journey. The highlight, of course, was hiking the Inca Trail with our incredible guide, José Rivas, whose deep knowledge and calm presence made each step more meaningful. The entire support team—our cook, porters, and crew—provided not just logistics, but genuine hospitality that made us feel completely cared for. After the hike, Amazonas Explorer kept the magic going with a stunning train ride aboard the Andean Explorer across the high plains to Lake Titicaca. There, we explored the floating Uros Islands and Taquile Island, adding a whole new cultural dimension to our adventure. Amazonas Explorer delivered an unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime experience—from mountain passes above the clouds to peaceful moments on the highest navigable lake in the world. We’re incredibly grateful for everything they put into making this trip so personal, rich, and memorable."
Zealous Travel Co.
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"Top-notch tour operator in Cusco! We absolutely love kayaking with them on the Pinipampa section of the Rio Urubamba. The guides are always helpful and friendly, and the equipment is high-quality too. We will certainly be back next season for another fun day of kayaking in the Sacred Valley!"
Edgar Legaspi Valencia
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"10/10 experience with our guide Ruben. He was a great ambassador for the area and the community, both insightful and accommodating. Hope to return soon."
Bill Abel
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"What a trip!!! I can't say enough good things about Amazonas Explorer. They took care of everything on our 5 day Inca trail hike. The equipment was in good condition, sleeping bags/tents comfortable and the food was tasty. The operation was efficient and well-organized. They added some special touches along the way which were greatly appreciated (I wouldn't want to ruin any surprises here). The scenery was incredibly beautiful and the arrival at Sun Gate was a profound experience, not just because of the view, but because of physical effort it took to arrive. My party was completely surprised that we were the only guests on our expedition. (Many trekking outfits have parties of 15+ people). With all of that said, the trip would not have been so rewarding without our guide, Elias. He is a special human being. He was well versed in Peruvian history, the flora/fauna along the trail, and was an ornithologist. He is also an avid outdoors man who had just come from a hike to a 20,000 mountain in Peru to lead out expedition. He received training in the US for mountain rescue and he constantly checked our health, wellness and vitals during the trek. The trek is extremely remote so it was comforting having a guide who could be trusted to manage our healt. (Before the trek, I didn't give any thought on our guides medical training, but I couldn't have appreciated it more on the trek. In fact, another tour company sent down an elderly hiker with 2 porters because she was suffering altitude sickness. Elias told us he asked the porters why they did not give her oxygen and they said they did not have any. It was a dangerous situation for the trekker. Of course, Elias had been carrying oxygen and other first aid equipment our entire trek along with the knowledge of how and when to use it). I really could go on and on about our trek, Elias and Amazonas Explorer. If you are not considering Amazonas Explorers for your Peruvian treks, you are making a profound mistake. They are a first-rate company who provides first-rate services for their customers."
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